What started as 25 friends, a swimming pool, a set of decks and a birthday BBQ, is now one of the most eclectic and intimate UK festivals on the circuit.

Standon Calling may have grown a little since those adolescent days, but the festival still maintains its home-grown ethos and commitment to championing new artists before they broke, along with pairing underground artists with classic names. 2015 highlights include Little Dragon, The Dandy Warhols, Basement Jaxx, Roots Manuva and Ella Eyre.

But Standon Calling isn't all about the music, and is instead keen to also support a whole array of creativity, be it painters, sculptors, actors, comedians or even chefs, all guided by an overarching theme that changes year on year, culminating in a weekend packed full of bizarre surprises that are sure to dazzle and excite.

PLUS: Kids Area With A View Of The Main Stage, Family Cafe In The Family Camping Field, Family Entertainment In Venues Across The Festival, Baby & Toddler Tent

THIS YEAR'S THEME

The Theme for 2015 is a "Town Of Two Faces" taking place in a "gold-rush settlement where every sunset brings the wild and wonderful out onto the streets". By day dress as an ordinary yet colourful member of a Western town, then when the sun goes down push the limit of fancy dress as things that "only come out at night", from zombies to mad scientists!

Standon Calling is set in the gorgeous, spacious grounds of a 16th century manor house only 40 minutes drive from London.

Address

Standon Lordship, Standon, SG11 1PR, United Kingdom

FAQs

BY PLANE: The nearest international airport is London Stansted, which is a half hour Uno coach journey away from Standon. Take coach number 700 to the Heron Restaurant in Standon, and then follow signs to the festival site.

BY TRAIN: Bishop’s Stortford or Ware are the closest stations to Standon Calling. From London you can catch a train from Liverpool Street or Tottenham Hale. Once at either of these stations, a cab will take around 15-20 minutes to reach the festival and costs between £15-25 depending on the time of day.

Yes, however parking costs £15 for the weekend if bought on arrival, and £10 if purchased in advance. Parking for the day also costs £10.

Yes you can, and there is even a dedicated family programme so there is plenty to do for all ages. Early Bird Child Tickets for those aged between 4 and 12 cost £5 and Early Bird Infant Tickets for ages 0-3 cost £3. There are no separate Infant or Child Day Tickets, but Weekend Child and Infant Tickets are valid for all days. All under 18s must be accompanied by a parent or guardian over 21.

Yes, there will be ATMs on site, however they may charge you to get money out.